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YC62 XSF

2012 Audi A1

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

121,218 mi
Last recorded121,218 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A160,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC62 XSF
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 121,218 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 16 Sep 2025 121,217 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 111,931 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 101,377 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2023 101,377 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 88,167 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 75,063 miles

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated handbrake lever outer leather shroud/cover loose, handbrake still functioning as intended (1.1.6 (d))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 64,477 miles

FRONT BRAKE PADS WEARING THIN

HANDBRAKE LEVER / HANDLE DAMAGED

REAR NUMBER PLATE DETERIORATED

Pass 13 Sep 2019 56,440 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 44,705 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit 215 45 16 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking and perishing 215 45 16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear tyre out of shape 215 45 16

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit 215 45 16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking and perishing 215 45 16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear tyre out of shape 215 45 16

Pass 3 Oct 2017 34,580 miles

nearside rear tyre going out of shape

waterpump leaking

Pass 10 Oct 2016 25,225 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 22,505 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A1?

Based on 2,089,456 MOT tests across 240,261 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
5,974
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
240,261
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,639
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YC62 XSF is a 2012 Audi A1 in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 Audi A1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 60,576 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,639 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YC62 XSF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A1 typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Audi A1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YC62 XSF?

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What year was YC62 XSF registered?

YC62 XSF is a 2012 Audi A1, first registered on 1 November 2012.

Is YC62 XSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC62 XSF shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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